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Thursday, October 29, 2015
It's Showtime Magpasikat 2015: Vice, Jugs and Teddy Performance
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Wednesday, October 28, 2015
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Tuesday, October 27, 2015
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Dog Diabetes: Symptoms & Treatments
credit/by: By Dogtime
source: http://dogtime.com/dog-health/general/304-diabetes?utm_source=sc-twitter&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=post
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Think diabetes is just for us people? Think again. Canine diabetes mellitus (also known as sugar diabetes) is on the rise. Whether the numbers are due to an increase in dog obesity or better screening is up for debate. What’s clear is that this disease is fairly common. But the good news is, it’s also treatable and manageable.
As with humans, diabetes means the body isn’t producing enough insulin. Insulin is critical to allow glucose–a simple sugar from food–to pass into the body’s blood cells, where it’s used as fuel for metabolism. Too little glucose in the blood cells is obviously a problem.
The average age when dogs get diabetes is in the six-to-nine year range. Some breeds, such as German Shepherds, Golden Retrievers, Poodles, Keeshonds and Miniature Pinschers are more vulnerable to the disease, although all breeds can get it. Females are three times more likely than males to develop diabetes.
Diabetes can be serious. If left untreated, it can lead to cataracts, liver and bladder problems, weakness, and coma. It’s important to be aware of the symptoms and have your dog tested if you suspect diabetes.
Symptoms
- Frequent urinationrination,dehydr
- Excessive drinking and/or hunger
- Weight loss
- Lethargy
- Weakness
- Loss of appetite
- Vomiting
- Dehydration
Treatment
Diabetes is treated with daily insulin injections and diet. If your dog has diabetes, your vet will teach you how to give the injections and store the insulin.
It’s essential to learn exactly when and how much insulin to give, and to stick to the schedule. Otherwise, you could wind up with an overdose of insulin, or a bout of hypoglycemia (abnormally low blood sugar).
Diet will also play a major role in keeping your dog healthy. It’s much harder to control the disease in an overweight dog, even with insulin shots. If your diabetic dog is overweight, you’ll need to manage his diet and make sure he gets enough exercise. Your vet can help you work to get your dog to a healthier weight.
When it’s time to see a vet
Diabetes may develop slowly and can worsen over time. The earlier your dog gets treatment, the better. If you notice these signs continuing for more than a couple days, it’s a good idea to have your vet check them out:
- Frequent drinking and urination
- Excessive hunger
- Weight loss
- Lethargy or weakness
- Loss of appetite
- Vomiting
- Dehydration
source: http://dogtime.com/dog-health/general/304-diabetes?utm_source=sc-twitter&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=post
Note: I make post of this article for those dog owners/lovers to be aware of these symptoms.
Saturday, October 24, 2015
Friday, October 23, 2015
European top court declares Bitcoin exchange tax-free
The European Court of Justice ruled on Thursday that Bitcoin and other virtual currencies can be exchanged tax-free, reports Bloomberg.
The order follows a dispute in Sweden that arose last June between the nation’s tax authority and Bitcoin forum operator Daniel Hedqvist over whether cryptocurrencies should be granted tax-free status in the country.
The court ruled:
“Transactions to exchange traditional currencies for units of the bitcoin virtual currency (and vice versa) constitute the supply of services since they consist of the exchange of different means of payment.”
It also noted that excluding such transactions from the tax exemptions given to traditional exchanges “would deprive it of part of its effects,” since the exemption’s aim is to counter “the difficulties connected with determining the taxable amount and the amount of VAT deductible.”
In July, the court’s Advocate General said in an opinion document that Bitcoin operations should be exempt from Value Added Tax (VAT).
The decision spells a big win for Bitcoin adopters, as it means that people in Europe can buy Bitcoin with fiat currency without paying taxes on their purchase. It makes a strong case for using cryptocurrencies for international transactions.
credit/by: ABHIMANYU GHOSHAL
source: http://thenextweb.com/eu/2015/10/22/bitcoin-is-officially-tax-free-in-europe/
Related Article about BITCOIN: http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2015-10-22/bitcoin-virtual-currency-exchange-is-tax-free-eu-court-says-ig21wzcd
Wednesday, October 21, 2015
24/7 LTFRB hotline TO REPORT Delinquent Public Utility Vehicles (PUVs)
The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has a new 24/7
hotline number,1342, which the commuting public can call to report delinquent public utility
vehicles (PUVs). All complaints pertaining to PUVs (e.g., arrogant drivers, defective taxi
meters, hit and run incidents, reckless driving, etc.) will be entertained. The hotline
is currently operational nationwide.
The LTFRB also has SMS and Viber hotlines, where you can send pictures and videos:
Globe/TM subscribers0917-550-1342
Smart/Talk n’ Text/Sun subscribers0998-550-1342
The LTFRB will ask callers filing complaints if they are willing to attend a hearing.
If they are, the LTFRB will send the complaint to their Legal Division for scheduling and
issuance of summons to both complainant and respondent. If the caller does not want
to attend a hearing, the LTFRB will send a Show Cause Order (SCO) or reprimand letter
signed by the Chairman asking the respondent to explain why they should not be
sanctioned for their reported violation; the respondent must provide an answer
within 5 days from receipt of the SCO. The complainant will also receive a copy
of the SCO and the response letter of the respondent. Sending of summons, SCOs,
and reprimand letters are coursed through PhilPost.
The public may also contact the LTFRB’s Public Assistance Division via email:complaint.ltfrb.gov.ph@gmail.com.
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Chapter VII. Balikbayan Boxes
- WHAT ARE “BALIKBAYAN BOXES”?
- WHAT ARE ALLOWED IN “BALIKBAYAN BOXES”?
- HOW OFTEN CAN FILIPINOS RESIDING OR WORKING ABROAD SEND A “BALIKBAYAN BOX” TO THEIR FAMILIES AND RELATIVES IN THE PHILIPPINES?
- WHAT IS A CONSOLIDATED DOOR-TO-DOOR SHIPMENT?
- WHO IS ALLOWED TO CONSOLIDATE “BALIKBAYAN BOXES” ABROAD?
- WHO IS ALLOWED TO RELEASE A CONSOLIDATED DOOR-TO-DOOR SHIPMENTS FROM THE PHILIPPINE BUREAU OF CUSTOMS?
- ARE THE “BALIKBAYAN BOXES OPENED BY THE PHILIPPINE CUSTOMS?
- WHERE CAN WE CHECK AND VERIFY THE LIST OF LEGITIMATE AND PHILIPPINE SHIPPERS’ BUREAU-ACCREDITED FREIGHT FORWARDERS/BROKERS?
- WHO DELIVERS THE “BALIKBAYAN BOXES” TO THE ULTIMATE CONSIGNEES/RECIPIENTS?
- WHAT CAUSES THE DELAY/NON-DELIVERY OF THE BOXES TO THEIR ULTIMATE CONSIGNEES?
- ARE COMPLETELY-KNOCKED DOWN (CKD) MOTORCYCLES OR PART OF MOTOR VEHICLES (ALSO KNOWN AS CHOP-CHOP MOTORCYCLES OR VEHICLES) THAT ARE FOR PERSONAL USE, ALLOWED IN “BALIKBAYAN” BOXES?
Balikbayan Boxes are packages of personal effects and/or “pasalubongs” sent by Filipinos residing or working abroad to their families or relatives in the Philippines to enhance Philippine tradition and culture for the promotion and preservation of strong family ties through love and caring expressed in gift-giving.
Non-commercial goods or goods not in commercial quantity strictly for personal use only, such as: wearing apparel, clothing, foodstuffs/grocery items/canned goods; the value of which must not exceed US$500.00.
3. HOW OFTEN CAN FILIPINOS RESIDING OR WORKING ABROAD SEND A “BALIKBAYAN BOX” TO THEIR FAMILIES AND RELATIVES IN THE PHILIPPINES?
One consignor/sender is allowed to send one (1) box during a six (6) -month period.
Two (2) or more balikbayan boxes from two (2) or more individual consignors/senders abroad, assembled and consolidated at one point of origin/exportation and shipped together under a single master ocean bill of lading or master airway bill by a freight forwarder/consolidator to its breakbulk/consolidator agent in the Philippines.
A foreign freight forwarding entity/ consolidator duly licensed and registered with the Philippine consular office.
6. WHO IS ALLOWED TO RELEASE A CONSOLIDATED DOOR-TO-DOOR SHIPMENTS FROM THE PHILIPPINE BUREAU OF CUSTOMS?
The Philippine agent/representative of a freight forwarder/consolidator named in a master bill of lading or master airway bill as consignee of a consolidated shipment duly licensed by the Philippine Shippers’ Bureau (PSB) of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).
Yes, a 100% examination of the consolidated shipment is required by law:
- To protect the legitimate interests of consignors/senders and their consignees, in particular, and the transacting public, in general;
- To protect the interest of the government;
- To prevent and suppress smuggling and other fraud upon customs.
8. WHERE CAN WE CHECK AND VERIFY THE LIST OF LEGITIMATE AND PHILIPPINE SHIPPERS’ DOOR-TO-DOOR SHIPMENT?
Verification can be made with the Philippine Shippers’ Bureau (PSB) under the Department of Trade and Industry on their website: www.dti.gov.ph/consumerwelfare/accreditationoffreightforwarders/listofaccredited or by calling these numbers during office hours: (632) 7513304 or (632) 7513307, contact person: Mr. Jun Bernal.
The Philippine agent/representative of a freight forwarder/consolidator named in a master bill of lading or master airway bill as consignee of a consolidated shipment duly licensed by the Philippine Shippers’ Bureau (PSB) of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and/or a local delivery company hired by the Philippine agent.
Any of the following can cause delays/non-delivery of “balikbayan boxes” to their ultimate consignees:
- Unforseen circumstances and/or natural calamity like typhoon that sets back the arrival of cargo carrying vessels;
- Consolidated shipments are tainted by:
- Undeclared and/or misdeclared goods;
- Banned or regulated cargoes like firearms and ammunitions, prohibited drugs, pornographic materials, gambling materials/apparatus;
- Goods in commercial quantity;
- Consolidated shipments that are abandoned by the Philippine agent/ representative/ broker for reasons of non-remittance of funds by the foreign freight forwarding entity/ consolidator.
11. ARE COMPLETELY-KNOCKED DOWN (CKD) MOTORCYCLES OR PART OF MOTOR VEHICLES (ALSO KNOWN AS CHOP-CHOP MOTORCYCLES OR VEHICLES) THAT ARE FOR PERSONAL USE, ALLOWED IN “BALIKBAYAN” BOXES?
No, these are not allowed in “Balikbayan” Boxes. These are not considered personal effects or household good and are thus treated differently; other documentary requirements are needed for these to be brought into the Philippines without which these vehicles cannot be registered with the land Transportation Office (LTO).
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Monday, October 19, 2015
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Saturday, October 17, 2015
Between the bright lights and darkness, Lamar Odom
Between the bright lights and darkness, Lamar Odom is burdened with his own 'True Hollywood Story'
credit/By Adrian Wojnarowski
Inside his Fresno State office, Jerry Tarkanian cradled that landline receiver between his ear and chin, pursuing an agenda with Lamar Odom that seemed to conflict with nature itself: Chasing the nation's No. 1 recruit away from Las Vegas.
"What are they going to do for you at Vegas?" I heard Tark ask him. "They'll get you laid, that's it."
Lamar Odom was found unconscious in a Nevada brothel. (AP)
Go to UConn, Tark told Odom on the phone. Or Kentucky.
"They'll get you ready for the NBA," Tark said.
As it turned out, Odom's college recruitment became one more manipulated cluster amid a lifetime of them. No one prepared Odom for much of anything – least of all a tortured, pained life of tragedy, celebrity and addiction.
Nearly 20 years later, the end threatened to come for Odom outside Vegas, in a "Cathouse" brothel chain made famous on – you guessed it – a television reality show. The spokesman for Odom's darkest hours turned out to be a legalized pimp named Dennis Hof. HBO abandoned his business' reality show years ago, but the owner of the Love Ranch has somehow found a way to use Odom's tragedy to rebrand his chain of family entertainment.
In recent days too, the Kardashians refused to stop exploiting Odom on that reality show, turning what appeared to be a lost soul in crisis reaching out to his ex-wife only to have his phone calls manufactured into Khloe-Kim argument fodder for one more dreadful episode.
Sex, drugs, a disconsolate Khloe, and Kobe leaving the Lakers locker room at the MGM Grand Arena to get to the hospital. Poor Lamar Odom, unwittingly delivering them a trailer.
So, Khloe ended up at his bedside in Vegas, with her mother, Kris Jenner, dramatically pacing outside Sunrise Hospital in Vegas. The Rev. Jesse Jackson emerged onto the scene to make public proclamations. All the way until now, Odom played the part of a prop, a recurring character in the Kardashian cesspool.
Truth be told, the Kardashians transformed Odom's frailties and flaws into a societal fascination. Around the Lakers, they would always tell you that the scrutiny of the show played a part in his undoing, that it made a largely shy and private guy far more exposed and vulnerable than he ever imagined. Privately, Odom would tell friends that he never imagined the impact that an entanglement with the Kardashians' glare would have on his existence.
Khloe Kardashian with Odom after he won the 2011 Sixth Man of the Year award. (AP)
Odom had his demons, losing his mother to cancer, an infant son to SIDS. His father was an unstable and murky presence in his life. In a perfect world, Odom had Hall of Fame and max-contract talent. Only, Odom didn't live in a perfect world. He lived a tortured, pained existence.
Perhaps as a player, Odom found the best possible version available to himself. He didn't care much about conditioning, nor diet, nor did he immerse himself in honing his craft. He was far more comfortable to be voted the Sixth Man of the Year than chase MVPs and max contracts.
Odom tried to make a comeback in the fall of 2013 and made progress working with trainer
McClanaghan in Rhode Island. Odom had left Hollywood, returned to the serenity of his small-town college experience and started to make progress on a return to the NBA.
Soon, Khloe told Lamar of her plans to divorce him, he spiraled again and he'd never play another NBA game.
Mostly, it is people who've never interacted with Odom who shower him with scorn for his missteps and flaws. To his friends, he has been relentlessly kind and generous and loving. When Odom was winning championships with the Lakers, he was the most beloved, popular player in the locker room. When he made Team USA for the 2010 world championships in Turkey, it didn't matter that Kevin Durant, Derrick Rose and Russell Westbrook were on the roster. Odom was the player to whom everyone gravitated.
Odom played 11 seasons with the Clippers and Lakers, and became an L.A. staple. He didn't only appear on "Entourage" with those calves that became an obsession of Johnny Drama's, but turned out to be the show's real-life embodiment. Lamar Odom was the kid out of Queens who made it big in Hollywood, only to end up on his deathbed in some lost, tragic place between the bright lights and the darkness.
credit/by: By Adrian Wojnarowski
source:http://sports.yahoo.com/news/between-the-bright-lights-and-darkness--lamar-odom-is-burdened-with-his-own--true-hollywood-story-231906633.html
Note: His family and friends ask prayer for his recovery,,,,
Friday, October 16, 2015
5,468 pass CPA board exams and Complete list of Roll of Successful Examinees
5,468 pass CPA board exams
Posted at 10/16/2015 4:13 PM | Updated as of 10/16/2015 4:14 PM
The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announced Friday that 5,468 out of 13,317 passed the Certified Public Accountant Licensure Examination given by the Board of Accountancy in Manila, Baguio, Cagayan de Oro, Cebu, Davao, Iloilo, Legazpi and Lucena this October 2015.
The successful examinees who garnered the 10 highest places in the September 2015 Mechanical Engineer Licensure Examination are:
1. RALLEY SORIANO PARAGAS COLEGIO DE DAGUPAN (for. COMPUTRONIX COLL) 92.86
2. IAN KIER JAVATE VALENCIA BATANGAS STATE UNIVERSITY-BATANGAS CITY (PBMIT0 92.57
3. RONNA MAE ENTERIA FERRER POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES-MAIN-STA. MESA 92.14
4. MICHAEL JOHN DATU DAVID HOLY ANGEL UNIVERSITY 91.86
SHARMAINE DIANNE CHUA MAMAED ATENEO DE DAVAO UNIVERSITY 91.86
SHARMAINE DIANNE CHUA MAMAED ATENEO DE DAVAO UNIVERSITY 91.86
5. JAMES ROBERT DELA TORRE AGUILA POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES-MAIN-STA. MESA 91.71
MASAKO MANIAGO PINEDA HOLY ANGEL UNIVERSITY 91.71
STEPHANIE ALACAR SOLOMON UNIVERSITY OF BAGUIO 91.71
6. CATHERINE JOYCE CALARA ESPINEDA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY-PHILIPPINES-CABANATUAN CITY 91.43
BETHANY CHELUHI NORA PEDRO UNIVERSITY OF SAINT LOUIS-TUGUEGARAO 91.43
HANNAH FAYE KRYSTLE ALBARRACIN REYES DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY-LIPA 91.43
7. CHARLES REGINALD KHU HWANG DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY-MANILA 91.29
KENNETH GUEVARRA LIMOSNERO UNIVERSITY OF SAINT LA SALLE 91.29
MAY ANNE RIVERA REYES UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS 91.29
8. MA ROSA MIA ROBLES REYES UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS 91.14
FERN ADRIEL MISSION VELASCO COLEGIO DE DAGUPAN (for. COMPUTRONIX COLL) 91.14
9. KEREN KRISTEL MARALIT DIMACULANGAN DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY-LIPA 91.00
ANNE FRANCES ONG LEE UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES-DILIMAN 91.00
10. GERREMIE OYA BUAL SAN PABLO COLLEGES 90.86
EDWARD DEL FIN MANALOTO HOLY ANGEL UNIVERSITY 90.86
MONICO PAULO BALLERAS RAÑOSA BICOL UNIVERSITY-DARAGA 90.86
The results were released in four working days after the last day of examinations.
Registration for the issuance of Professional Identification Card (ID) and Certificate of Registration will start on October 26, 2015 but not later than November 6, 2015. Those who will register are required to bring the following: duly accomplished Oath Form or Panunumpa ng Propesyonal, current Community Tax Certificate (cedula), 1 piece passport size picture (colored with white background and complete nametag), 2 sets of metered documentary stamps and 1 short brown envelope with name and profession and to pay the Initial Registration Fee of P600 and Annual Registration Fee of P450 for 2015-2018. Successful examinees should personally register and sign in the Roster of Registered Professionals.
The date and venue for the oathtaking ceremony of the new successful examinees in the said examinations will be announced later.
credit/source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/exam-results/10/16/15/5468-pass-cpa-board-exams
Click below link for complete list of names successfully passed C.P.A . Licensure Examination:
http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/sites/default/files/a_images/thumbnails/cpa2015.pdf
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